With the 05 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Marigold(Calcutta), clocking the day's best rate at ₹50,000 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Marigold(Calcutta) leader.
01What Put Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹50,000
- Lowest Price Today₹50,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹50,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Marigold(Calcutta) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Marigold(Calcutta) about 5.9% above the period average, and just 16.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Marigold(Calcutta) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 05 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹50,000 |
| 2 Tindivanam APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 3 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹35,500 |
| 4 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹35,000 |
| 5 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 7 Vellore APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 8 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 9 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 10 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 11 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 12 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹23,500 (88.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹35,000 and ₹60,000, with the average around ₹47,200. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Aim for the best-paying Marigold(Calcutta) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Marigold(Calcutta) on 05 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.